First class back after testing on Tuesday and there are new challenges to face as the students get themselves ready for Nationals. Now that we have some students with new ranks, there are plenty of things to work on... Self-Defense, Forms, One-Steps and for our new Green Belts, new hand and foot techniques. With the tournament about 2 1/2 months away I'm sure they will have no problem processing all the material and committing it to memory not only in their minds but also in their bodies. Muscle memory is key in Tang Soo Do training. When the body is conditioned properly and the students are focused, even the most difficult technique will appear effortless. With proper training, mind, body and spirit come together and work as one unit. With Nationals right around the corner, there's no time to waste. The competition will be tight but I know my students will rise to the occasion. Whether they win or lose doesn't matter. As long as they go out there and do their best, I will be proud of them.Oh... and make new friends in the process... That's the best part of Tang Soo Do!!